2019 Ford F150 Clunk/Rattle Behind Cab. Check This Part.

2019 Ford F150 customer states that he hears a rattle type.clunk noise behind the cab. Test drive confirms noise is present. raise it up and the left side leaf spring has been moving. Too much at and bushing has a lot of free play. Confirmed noise with chassis ear.
Replace the leaf springs. Driver side driveshaft and fuel tank must be moved to access bolts. passenger side exhaust must be moved. After install leave both rear mounting bolts loose and lower the vehicle then tighten. It must be under load for correct height. If not.the truck will sit lopsided and high.

[@mikehundley9876]

DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT ITS A NORMAL.SOUND I WATCHED THIS VIDEO.AND THEY WERE WRONG IT WAS EXACTLY WHAT YOU SHOWED .Thanks for your videod

[@BeardedFordTech]

Hey your very welcome. You know if they read TSB they would find these things instead of always saying "it's normal" im the video helped you. Did you show them?

[@Brian_195]

My 2019 Roush F-150 has been doing this, too, I thought it was probably the leaf spring pads, but I was obviously wrong. Thanks for the video, showing me the real culprit causing the “clunk” sound.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Still under warranty? Doesn't take long to fix.

[@Brian_195]

@@BeardedFordTech I have almost 50K miles on it now, but I have the Ford Protect Premium policy for a total of 8yrs/150K miles, so I should still be covered under that for some time to come, I hope.

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@Brian_195 you very well should be!

[@craigryder3712]

Is this covered under factory powertrain warranty or would it be covered under the bumper to warranty if not covered what’s the cost to fix it mine just started making a clunking noise haven’t looked into it yet just had the tranny replaced a few hundred miles ago dealership ruined mine on me 🤦🏻‍♂️ thanks

[@shredntread9600]

This helped me rule out one possible issue. UPDATE: 1st tech guy said he sees nothings wrong. then given to a Foreman and he drives it puts it on lift and notices some slop in the drive shaft. He pulls the Driveshaft re-greases the spindles and such retorques everything and my bump when starting from a stop is gone. Seems similar to the old Slip-yoke issue. I am very happy that Ford actually fixed something!! You have great stuff on here so you gained another subscriber. i have 2020 F150 4x4 in Abyss Grey (dopest color).

[@BeardedFordTech]

Glad I could help. Yeah that does seem similar to the old style slip yoke. Where they didn't put enough grease. We had to take it down and regrease the slip joint. Im glad you got it taken care of! Thank you for subscribing. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need something.

[@jbmolina6383]

Well damn, I’m on the same boat. Bought new pads before seeing this. Thanks for the info.👊🏼

[@BeardedFordTech]

Your welcome.

[@docholliday.4590]

Man how you don't have more likes on this video is beyond me. This is the only video I could find on KZbin where my exact problem was explained. I made an appointment with ford and asked them if they had the part and he said they have never ordered one which I think is BS as usual with my Ford dealer. Great video and thanks! 2019 Lariat with 30k go figure.

[@BeardedFordTech]

I appriciated it. Yeah it's a clunk noise right behind the cab. You hear it when your turning or slow bumps. Sure enough it's the leaf spring. You can see where it was moving and the bushing has play in it. Passenger side did not have wear marks. Replaced both under warranty. No more noise. I wish it had more likes as well!

[@docholliday.4590]

Got my left one 28k on truck. Drove it back the next day because they said the right one was fine. Well it's not. That's just so early for leafs springs. Good luck on future vids

[@troublemakingpups5787]

This truck is back in the saddle again. 😄🐶🐕

[@BeardedFordTech]

Riding smooth. No noise.

[@oamoss]

Yea I have same issue on my 16. I bought new leaf isolators pads and nothing. Guess I will need to replace springs. My truck sounds like bed is coming loose when going over any imperfection in road.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Yeah you have to replace the whole spring. Driver side is kind of a pain.

[@skyrider55]

My 2019 3.5 does this. Clunking sounds at low speeds when turning. I only have 6 months of powertrain warranty left which wouldn't cover this. Probably just live with it, just another issue these trucks have I guess.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Is it 4x4? Is it in 4 wheel drive? That would cause a clunk turning at low speed.

[@skyrider55]

@@BeardedFordTech it is 4x4 but not in 4H when this hapoens. This isn't related to the rear dif or wheels not being able to slip on pavement etc. it's definitely suspension related as it happens over small bumps as well. Sounds like a thud or clunk behind the cab

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@skyrider55 transfer case.

[@skyrider55]

@@BeardedFordTech I guess I should bring it in just in case it's something covered under powertrain...

[@BeardedFordTech]

@skyrider55 usually it's the chain inside clunking. I would bring it in and get it checked

[@EdTaylor-qe1ls]

I have 2018 F-150 4x4 and I just recently heard that clucking noise by the cab. So you have to replace the leaf springs on it.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Do ypu hear it all the time? Clunking when going slow straight or turning? Then it's the spring. The entire spring has to be replaced

[@EdTaylor-qe1ls]

Only when I turn to the right it a real annoying sound. Does it need to be replaced right away.

[@EdTaylor-qe1ls]

The noise just started a day ago

[@BeardedFordTech]

@EdTaylor-qe1ls do you hear it behind the cab? Is it a rattle or a clunk? Is yours 4 wheel drive? One way to tell if it's the spring. Grab the side of the truck on the bed and rock it side to side. You'll hear it rattle

[@EdTaylor-qe1ls]

It’s a 4x4, and the sound came from behind the cab it is a clunk only when I turn right. I shook the truck side by side and didn’t hear a rattle

[@trpshooter9945]

I reported this to a dealership and they diagnosed as leaking shock absorbers. Except there are no leaking shock absorbers at 26k miles. What a F'n garbage industry. 3rd gen Ford guy here, and Toyota will be my next truck.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Good luck with the Toyota seeing as how they are blowing engines at 5k. Huge recall going on. Why did they say leaking shock? Thays some bs right there. I guess the tech didn't look at TSB or anything. Can't stand it when they do that.

[@SixStringSicario]

I have a reverberation rattle in the right rear of my cab. I’ve looked at everything behind the seat and in the bed and found nothing. It’s so obnoxious I don’t want to drive it anymore. Sounds like it’s coming the body right behind the right rear seat over bumps.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Stand beside the truck grab the bed and shake. If you hear the squeak rattle you more than likely need springs.

[@969Garage]

Would this be covered under bumper to bumper warranty? Mine is a 22 but mine doesnt have that sytle strap .My dealer is blaming it on the fluid film I sprayed under truck. Since then I've degreased, power washed and lubricated all around the leaf springs but still makes noise . Truck only has 22k miles

[@BeardedFordTech]

@969Garage bumper to bumper warranty is 3 years 36k miles. So if you're over they then no. It is not covered under powertrain at all. Don't know why they are blaming fluid film. They won't cause it to clunk/rattle. Sounds like they don't want to replace them. The truck in this video was still under warranty at the time and covered. If you are less than 3 year 36k miles, it should absolutely cover it

[@969Garage]

Mine is a clunk noise when ever I accelerate from a stop . Sounds like it's coming from leaf springs but my truck being a 22 is a differnt style and doesn't have that clasp your showing

[@BeardedFordTech]

@969Garage two piece drive shaft?

[@969Garage]

I don't believe so but also didn't know they made a 2 peace . It's a 2022 f150 with a 3.5 ecoboost

[@BeardedFordTech]

@969Garage some have a two piece. Some have a solid. Maybe it was 14 was the last year for Two piece. There was a tsb for that to grease the slip joint. Is yours 4 wheel drive? Could be the transfer case. Could also be something in the transmission thay needs a reprogram. Could be the driveshaft angle like on some of the Rangers.

[@shredntread9600]

2020 F150 4x4 I have a clunking in the rear when first getting on the gas after stopping. I thought was differential but I now feel it on both sides in the rear and after seeing this video I am thinking this might be my issue. I will say the pads are pretty worn as well. 54k miles. I did pull a travel trailer during one year for 7 trips or 2000 miles. My dealer said they need the truck for 2 days to figure it out. Not sure why it takes 2-3 days to figure it out. Apparently they have certain guys for these problems and they are backed up. Anything else it could be ?

[@BeardedFordTech]

First getting on the gas after stopping. Well. Could be the springs. But you would hear it all the time. Does it have a two piece drive shaft? If it does then could be the slip joint.needs grease. I did a 2014 that had a clunk when taking off from a stop one piece driveshaft. It was the transfer case clunking. They are either backed up. Or they don't know and are trying or buy time.

[@shredntread9600]

@@BeardedFordTech Yeah I found that Slip yoke issue on older models, but my 2020 it appears to be one solid driveshaft now...no longer the two piece with slip yoke. Ofcourse, I could be wrong but it looks like one big arse drive shaft. A side note shortly after buying this truck, I have had a rattle noise which appears to be from the front drivers side wheel...goes away when applying the brakes. I asked the dealer to check for a missing anti rattle clip on the brake pads. He said he had his suspension guy tighten every bolt. I said its not the suspension.. UUUGGGHH these dealer s just seem not to want to do the work or listen to the customer. thanks for your reply.

[@shredntread9600]

UPDATE: Drove with Service writer he could clearly hear the clunk when starting from stop. Two days later Service guy says they do not see anything wrong, but going to give it to another service tech for 2nd opinion. Can these guys not figure these issues out? am I just suppose to take the truck back and live with it....sooo frustrating. I am fully inside warranty and have paid for extanded warranty. Why don tthey try something like chnage the differential fluid etc...any ideas on what i should do next if they do nothing?

[@noneblank6170]

I have a 2012 f150 with a clunk popping sound when pulling out my drive way or a parking spot and turning, its like 3-4 clunks until I stop turning the steering wheel, doesn't happen when I go forward and turn the steering wheel, you ever come across this issue?

[@BeardedFordTech]

Is it 4 wheel drive? If so. Could be the cv axles. It could be the sway bar bushings. Could be the struts. Usually struts make the popping when turning.

[@noneblank6170]

@@BeardedFordTech I appreciate the reply, it's 2wd I put all new front suspension components, for sway bar bushings I put some polyurethane bushings with marine grade high pressure grease to prevent any squeaking, I think it might be one of the struts like you mentioned, I put monroe struts, had read some bad reviews on their struts guess I shouldn't have gambled on them

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@noneblank6170 Monroe used to be great. If you want to upgrade the struts. Go with Fox. I'm willing to bet it's the strut making noise

[@noneblank6170]

​@@BeardedFordTech Yeah I'll have to upgrade them soon I'll look into the Fox struts thanks for the help man

[@BeardedFordTech]

@noneblank6170 anytime my dude. Have a great night.

[@Blanco_5.0]

Is that a 5.0L ? What’s the lead springs part number ? Nice video👌🏼👌🏼

[@BeardedFordTech]

I think this one was a 3.5 liter. Suspension is the same. I dont remember the part number unless its in the video.

[@deathranger324]

Can the 2019 ford ranger xl have the same issue because I can't seem to find the sound because it comes from the back underneath the bed I was thinking it's the spare tire where it sits but it's hard to tell

[@BeardedFordTech]

I have a 2019 ranger. This problem isn't with the ranger. You may have something else going on.

[@deathranger324]

@BeardedFordTech ok I was thinking that but thank you for responding

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@deathranger324 your welcome. I haven't come across this on any ranger 2019 or newer.

[@deathranger324]

@BeardedFordTech ok coo then something has to be lose or can it be the spare tire that is being mounted underneath the bed that would move around every time I would hit bumps because in the middle of it I has a spring on it

[@BeardedFordTech]

@deathranger324 could very well possibly be the spare. Check to see if it's loose. Could also be something loose under there. Heat shield maybe. Could be a number of things. Without hearing it can't really be sure.

[@kendavis1198]

Hi folks, I have a 2022 F-150 LARIAT with the MAX TOW PKG FX 4X4. I have a Noise similar to this but my truck has Only 6200 Miles on the ODO. I have heard and seen a Video here on the KZbin channel that Has my Noise Displayed Perfectly. (epicbyrd5063 2021 F-150), Check it out. It's a Ting, Pop, Cling type noise, it happens Mostly when Backing up into my Driveway, But I have heard it Pulling away from a Stop light, and Also Going Down the Driveway Slowly and when the rear tires get to the DIP in the Driveway it'll also make the same noise?? I'am working at getting it to the Dealer for the 5th Recall, (Rear Axel Bolt Issue). But I think I have a totally different Issue than what's happening here. Anyone??? Thanks.

[@mlieser1230]

Is there a TSB on this? I'm guessing that this is a warranty repair. It sucks that you have to drop the fuel tank to remove that forward bolt.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Yeah it's warranty. I think there was a TSB. But I already knew what it was. Take the straps off the tank disconnect filler neck. Have it on a trans jack and just move it over like 8 inches.

[@ahdam82]

If only one leaf spring is bad. Should you replace both anyway?

[@BeardedFordTech]

Under warranty ypu only replace.the bad one. If.your is out of warranty that's entirely up to you. If it was my truck and out of warranty. I would do both.

[@ahdam82]

@@BeardedFordTech awesome thank you. This was the fastest reply ever received on KZbin. It’s a 2004 F150, so I’ll probably do both

[@BeardedFordTech]

@ahdam82 yeah I would do both. That way you got all brand new under there. I try to reply quickly. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it doesn't

[@futurevintage1597]

nice

[@BeardedFordTech]

👍👍💯💯

[@nodakgarage7312]

I have had the pop/clunk issue basically since new on my 2020. I’ve replaced the isolater pads 5 times in 30k miles. To the point I want to replace the leafs but don’t want the same garbage design. Do you know if the 2021+ style single leaf will fit in a 2020?

[@BeardedFordTech]

It should but it has the same problem.

[@nodakgarage7312]

@@BeardedFordTech I figured the single leaf design world eliminate where the springs rub together by the clamps on the ends?

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@nodakgarage7312 nope. Still does it.

[@nodakgarage7312]

@@BeardedFordTechyou think it’s worth paying to have this fixed? Probably be Atleast 1000 bucks I’m guessing. Out of bumper to bumper now and the 2 times I had it in the my just cleaned and greased the pads and it came right back

[@yaldor]

Is it possible to replace just the rubber part where the leaf spring rubs instead of replacing the whole unit?

[@BeardedFordTech]

Not under warranty. And it's not the rubber part. Your talking about the pad. It's the metal part that holds the together.

[@yaldor]

@@BeardedFordTech And I'm guessing that metal clamp that holds it together would not be serviceable unless the whole leaf gets replaced?

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@yaldor yeah that's not serviceable. It's part of the spring.

[@yaldor]

@@BeardedFordTech thank you! Great info you provided here.

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@yaldor your very welcome

[@greggkimball2653]

what exactly is failing causing the movement in the springs? my 2021 f150 tremor is having this exact issue. dealer is going to be replacing leaf springs and said they are on back order. noise seems to be getting progressively worse.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Yes it's movement in the spring where the strap is. It rubs. I did one about two weeks ago. Those came in from backorder from like a month ago. It's kind of hit and miss

[@greggkimball2653]

@@BeardedFordTech gotcha. Had the noise at 4,000 miles and they replaced the U-bolts saying that was the cause. The noise went away for 9,000 miles and now is back and worse and they are saying it’s the leafs this time. I wondering if it was the leafs all along and the u-bolts just temporarily fixed it. Do you see the issue reoccurring after repair?

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@greggkimball2653 I'll guarantee it was the leafs the whole time. I have not seen an issue after repair.

[@greggkimball2653]

@@BeardedFordTech good to know thank you!

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@greggkimball2653 your very welcome.

[@LetsGoBirds]

Dude I had a feeling it was something little (but annoying) like this! Can you tell me if it’s okay for me to continue to drive mine like this? Is it going to harm anything or is it risky? I can’t afford more than $100 to fix it.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Yours still under warranty? If so it's free! But if not. Your not hurting anything. Just an annoying rattle.

[@LetsGoBirds]

@@BeardedFordTech dude thank you so much! No I don’t have a warranty. I just bought a 1997 F150 off marketplace yesterday and noticed it!

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@LetsGoBirds this is on 2019 and up. 1997 could also be the springs. Could be the worn out control arms or sway bar bushings.

[@LetsGoBirds]

@@BeardedFordTech shoot… don’t scare me ): are any of these things something I HAVE to get checked asap? Or will I be okay for a couple months you think? I can’t afford to fix anything at the moment

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@LetsGoBirds rear springs.you should be fine unless they are broken. Control arms I would replace as soon as you can if they are worn. Sway bar bushing whenever you can

[@scottheathsh]

My 2020 makes a grinding sound from the driver side rear. Took it to the dealer and they said there's nothing wrong with it . I will have to look and see if I see anything. I have around 9000 miles on it and its still under warranty

[@BeardedFordTech]

Grinding from the rear? I had a 2020 last week that had a noise like that. Was the axle and pinion bearing

[@scottheathsh]

@@BeardedFordTech it makes the noise when turning kinda sharp and it sounds like it coming from the rear brake area on the driver .how would I check the pinion bearing

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@scottheathsh pinion bearing you would hear all the time while moving. It's a groaning/roaring sound coming from center rear of truck if your getting it while sharp turning it's possibly a rear wheel bear/axle bearing

[@scottheathsh]

@@BeardedFordTech I hear the noise at slow speeds when turning and backing up. Like the frame is twisting. But it sounds like it from the rear wheel driver side

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@scottheathsh check the spring. I show the wear mark in this video. Compare it to your spring. You can also stand beside the truck at the driver side of the bed. Grab the side and rock it side to side. Put some force behind it. See if you can hear it

[@Kendell281]

Why not just cut the gas tank side bolt and replace?

[@BeardedFordTech]

How are you going to get the new bolt in after you cut the other one? It's like 8 inches long

[@Kendell281]

@@BeardedFordTech install new bolt in opposite direction. Just like the video. Im agreeing w your process.

[@BeardedFordTech]

@@Kendell281 you have to move the fuel tank. There's no way around it. You can't get anything in there to take the old one out without moving it. We tried. Workshop manual says remove tank. That's too much work. Just slide it over about a foot. Good to go. Opposite side you have to take the exhaust out. That's not too bad. The whole job takes about 45 min. It's not too bad.

[@welcometoreality6347]

​@@BeardedFordTechput the bolt through on the open side

[@BeardedFordTech]

@welcometoreality6347 then how you going tonget the nut on. And if you did the bolt hits the tank. Thays why it goes through a certain way. Plus this was under warranty. Can't just do it any Ole way you please. This isn't a backyard

[@accordhybrid]

Is this common on the F250 as well?

[@BeardedFordTech]

F150 as far as I know. You got a rattle in the back on your 250? What year? I know they have been having shock issues

[@mikimiki195]

Why drop tank just cut bolt ?

[@BeardedFordTech]

Then how you going to get the new bolt in? You literally have to move the tank not drop it

[@mikimiki195]

@@BeardedFordTech you slide bolt in from outside 👍🏻

[@BeardedFordTech]

@mikimiki195 you can't. You have to put a nut on it. And the bolt is too long. It will hit the tank and you won't be able to tighten it all the way. Trust me I've done so many of these. The bolts face a certain way for a reason. But what do I know?

[@mikimiki195]

@@BeardedFordTech here’s how I do it I might not be the way other people do it might be the wrong way but it work for me never had issue I measure bolt I put nut on the bolt I cut bolt enough so it’s not touching tank or anything else bam wam save so much time 👍🏻

[@BeardedFordTech]

@mikimiki195 so you want me to cut a bolt next to a fuel tank under warranty. Then you want me to a cut a bolt to fit it? And put the bolt in backwards? Your doing it the absolute wrong way. Remind me to never let you do suspension work on anything. If you want to cut corners. You do that. I don't. You make people who do it right look bad and you should be ashamed. Carry on.

[@twoserve2449]

So you had to replace the whole springs?

[@BeardedFordTech]

Yes. Both sides. Warranty. Squeaks and rattles bad. You can shake the back of the truck and hear it.

[@user-nq4em4tu3u]

My noise driving straight at low speeds over slight bumps sounds like a worn out stab link from the back. Mine bought used a 2017 has a 2in lift, springs are centered 2nd leaf guides not touching and installed new slide pads old ones smoked 110k. Isolated anything inside like the back seat latches and the jack assembly that thing flops back and forth and did the sunroof lube fix. This noise is driving me insane. These aluminum bodies alien in sound maybe have panel shifting screwed and riveted a slight loosening I am sure Ford accounted for this flaw they do glue up the panels like a mother. Anyways any ideas any thing would be appreciated.

[@BeardedFordTech]

Did you change the shocks in the back? No they don't glue panels. It's all welded. Yes you can weld aluminum. The metal.sheets aren't screwed to the truck or glued so your not hearing body panels. You can also check the truck bed mount bushings.

[@user-nq4em4tu3u]

@@BeardedFordTech Thanks for the timely reply shocks were next they are Rough Country N3 not the best reviews. My noise seems like it is from the right rear and just inspected the shock it is leaking due to the gouge on the shaft. What is your take on these are they crap should I upgrade these shocks truck is a daily driver not a off road thanks and just subscribed.

[@BeardedFordTech]

@user-nq4em4tu3u In my honest opinion. Get rid of those rough country. Put some fox on it. Or bilsteins

[@user-nq4em4tu3u]

@@BeardedFordTech Will do and let you know if was the fix. Might be a minute Trudeau has his hand in my wallet again.